30 Make Ahead Salad Recipes Perfect for Camping

These homemade salads can be made ahead of time and still taste just as fresh as the day you made them. Enjoy these make ahead salads on your next camping trip (or make them for your next backyard BBQ or potluck).

I’ll admit, the only salads I’m making while camping are straight out of a bag. Personally, I’ve never made a fresh salad on a camping trip due to the hassle of bringing all the ingredients and chopping them all up.

The secret is to make camping salads before your trip. However, they have to be the type of salad that will hold well in the cooler or RV fridge without getting mushy or losing flavor.

Make Ahead Salad recipes

I’ve rounded up my favorite salads to bring camping or to an outdoor picnic. They all can be made days before your trip or event, AND they all taste just as good, if not better, than the day you made them!

This makes these make ahead salad recipes perfect for summer picnics, backyard BBQs or potlucks as well.

Kale Quinoa Salad with Chicken

A delicious salad packed with protein that stores well in the fridge or cooler for a couple of days before serving – perfect to make before your next camping trip!

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Cauliflower “Potato” Salad

Cauliflower potato salad is a healthier twist on a classic picnic salad. Best of all, it stores well for a few days in the cooler or fridge, making it the perfect camping salad recipe!

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Greek Bean Salad

This Mediterranean bean salad is made with garbanzo beans, cucumber, tomato, kalamata olives, green onion, bell peppers and feta cheese with a creamy garlic lemon dressing.

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Mediterranean Eggplant Salad

This roasted Mediterranean eggplant salad is full of caramelized veggie flavor, tossed with tangy fresh lemon juice, herbs and feta. It’s the perfect salad to enjoy on a hot summer day with just a little bit of prep time!

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Easy Grilled Chicken Salad with Blueberries

This make-ahead recipe for a grilled chicken salad is topped with blueberries, feta cheese, red onions, avocados and more! (Just be sure to add the avocados right before serving – otherwise they’ll brown when stored.)

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Dill & Dijon Potato Salad Recipe

Take your camping cuisine up a notch with our delicious dill and dijon potato salad! Packed with tangy flavors and easy to make, it’s a must-try! Serve up a big bowl and watch it disappear!

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Orzo Greek Pasta Salad Recipe

This Greek orzo pasta salad is the most delicious recipe and a great way to enjoy a Greek salad! Served as a side or easy main course, this yummy salad will quickly become a family favorite.

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Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

Classic macaroni salad is a staple and a perfect side dish for any potluck, tailgate, or barbecue. It’s easy to make, and everyone will love this classic salad.

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Cucumber Tomato Salad with Balsamic Dressing

Make this easy tomato and cucumber salad in just 10 minutes. It’s hearty salad perfect for picnics, BBQs, summer pool parties, or an outdoor dinner with the family. Simply chop the fresh ingredients and toss them with the dressing!

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Quinoa Spinach Avocado Power Salad

This quinoa spinach avocado power salad is a grown-up recipe packed with whole grains, crisp spinach, creamy avocado, and a zesty lemon dressing. It’s a good way to fuel your day with healthy nutrients and a medley of flavors.

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Healthy Crunchy Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe

This easy Asian ramen noodle salad is loaded with hearty greens and full of flavor. Add this to your list of must-try make-ahead salads.

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Keto Greek Salad With An Easy Dressing Recipe

Greek salads are a favorite and this Keto recipe is a perfect side dish packed with health benefits. The make-ahead convenience and simple ingredients such as crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a homemade Greek dressing make this a favorite salad recipe to make with just a little prep time.

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Tuscan Tortellini Pasta Salad

This tasty tortellini pasta salad is not only easy to make, but it is mouthwatering with fresh herbs, garden tomatoes and a flavorful dressing.

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Best Italian Pasta Salad

This Italian pasta salad can be made ahead of time to make meal time easy. With little flavor bombs throughout the salad like salami, mozzarella, veggies and parmesan cheese it is a classic favorite for summertime.

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Spring Couscous Salad with Feta

This refreshing Israeli couscous salad is a perfect side dish or warm-weather lunch chilled with avocado, snap peas, and herbs.

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Black Bean Salad Recipe

This black bean salad is packed with fresh veggies and protein full of flavor and texture. The dressing for the salad is made with just 3 ingredients – olive oil, seasoned rice vinegar and lime juice which is a great topping for the black beans and sweet corn. This salad makes a great side dish for summer get togethers.

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Three Bean Salad Recipe

Three bean salad makes a great addition to any summer barbecue or family reunion. It has a fantastic sweet and sour dressing that can be enjoyed on other green salads. Use fresh green beans when available for added flavor. This simple salad recipe is definitely one to add to your recipe box.

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Buffalo Chicken Cobb Salad Recipe

Try this buffalo chicken cobb salad for the best way to enjoy the bold flavor of buffalo wings without all the mess and calories! It’s a great make-ahead salad with leafy greens, hard-boiled eggs and more. Fore best results, top with blue cheese or a creamy avocado dressing. It is sure to become one of your favorite recipes for summer!

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Seven Layer Salad Recipe

Overnight salad, also known as seven-layer salad, is a classic with a delicious flavor combination of bacon, mayo, bell peppers, iceberg lettuce and more! For best results serve the whole salad in a large glass bowl with tortilla chips on the side. It is so much fun to make and to serve!

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Delicious Santa Fe Bean Salad

Need a delicious, hearty salad to add to your next barbecue spread? Try our healthy Santa Fe bean salad recipe and enjoy the southwest flavors.

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Easy Amish Broccoli Salad Recipe

If you’re looking for the perfect summer side dish look no further than this Amish broccoli salad recipe. This recipe is simple to follow and calls for ingredients that are easy to find at your local grocery store.

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Southern Broccoli Salad Recipe

Make this old-fashioned Southern broccoli salad to enjoy at potlucks, and cookouts. It’s delicious with crisp, chopped fresh broccoli, juicy cherry tomatoes, and Craisins.

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Famous La Scala Salad Recipe

This popular La Scala salad recipe has been served at the iconic Beverly Hills restaurant since the 1950s. Add this to your holiday table for an impressive addition to your family dinner, or enjoy it at your next summer get together for an unexpected surprise.

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Greek Lentil Salad

This Greek lentil salad is simple to make and infused with flavor. Make up a batch for a healthy lunch or tasty dinner throughout the week!

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Rainbow Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Rainbow Salad combines the vibrant colors of the rainbow in a big salad bowl. Not only is it beautiful, it’s bursting with healthy vegetables you’ll love!

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Mediterranean Rice Salad

Rice, cucumbers, chickpeas and red bell peppers tossed in a lemony vinaigrette make and easy Mediterranean rice salad!

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Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes

Make this 5 minute recipe for Caprese salad with cherry tomatoes and a balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Fresh summer ingredients, bursting with flavor and texture, that everyone will enjoy. This is one of the easiest make-ahead salad recipes.

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Mediterranean Millet Chickpea Salad

This easy Mediterranean millet salad recipe is a perfect make ahead salad for lunch. With feta cheese, Kalamata olives, olive oil, and roasted chickpeas, this vegetarian grain bowl is packed with green veggies. It’s one of the best healthy salads to enjoy with family and friends.

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Mango Cucumber Salad

This Asian mango cucumber salad is a quick and easy side dish. Sweet, savory and crunchy, perfect for camping or a BBQ!

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Rainbow Layered Salad in a Mason Jar

Try this make-ahead healthy travel salad for a budget friendly and zero waste lunch option. It includes spinach, cheese, red onions and red peppers for healthy eating in a jar! This tasty salad will quickly become an all-time favorite to enjoy with good friends.

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I hope these make ahead salads gave you some inspiration and ideas for your next camping trip. Happy camping (and eating)!